


Several financial aid packages available for Detroit and Wayne County small businesses
Detroit and Wayne County, like the rest of the world, are feeling the devastating impact of COVID-19. After ensuring the safety of our people, sustaining our neighborhood businesses is our next priority. I’m pleased to announce several financial aid packages available...
Black women opening new businesses at record pace in Detroit, nationally
As the world celebrates Women’s History Month, it’s a particularly good time to recognize the economic achievements made by women – especially women of color. According to a study by American Express, women of color are starting businesses 4.5 times faster than...
Narrow Way Cafe & Shop Opens on Avenue of Fashion
FROM: Michael Rafferty, Vice President, Small Business Services The Avenue of Fashion welcomed its newest business last week when Narrow Way Café & Shop, recipient of a Motor City Match grant, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting by Mayor Mike Duggan...
Supporting Small Business in Detroit
FROM: Glen W. Long, Jr., Chief Financial Officer, Interim President & CEO DEGC’s marquee programs for Detroit small businesses — Motor City Match and Motor City Re-Store — are grabbing some great headlines, but they are just part of the array of resources DEGC can...